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Highlander: The History Of The Legendary Highland Soldier - Timothy Newark - Paperback
In every major conflict over the last 400 years, in all corners of the globe, the Scottish Highland regiments have been the first in & the last out. From the Plains of Abraham to the mountains of Dargai, from the fields of Waterloo to the deserts of the Sudan, the Highlander has made his mark.
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Treblinka Survivor: The Life And Death Of Hershl Sperling - Mark S. Smith - Hardback
In 'Treblinka Survivor', Mark S. Smith traces the life of a man who survived five concentration camps. Hershl Sperling's story - which takes the reader from his childhood in a small Polish town to his suicide in Scotland 50 years later - is testament to the lasting abuse suffered by those who survived the Nazis.
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The Boys Of Ballykelly - Gordon Blair - Hardback
'The Boys of Ballykelly' is a bawdy exposé of the life and times of an RAF base. Having joined the RAF at the age of 15, Gordon Blair describes his posting to Ballykelly in Northern Ireland and the unique characters he encountered whilst serving in this relatively remote part of the Empire.
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The Military Airfields Of Britain - Ken Delve - Paperback
An important series providing a fresh user-friendly look at the military airfields of the British Isles - aimed at historians, enthusiasts, the 'tourist' and anyone with an interest in their local area.
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Doctor In The Navy - Bill Yule - Paperback
Following a six-year medical degree, with a further year of houseman posts, Bill Yule chose to serve his National Service in the Royal Navy. The result was a mixture of travel and excitement with cheerful and lively companions in far-flung places including Borneo, Japan, Korea and Hong Kong.
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Galloglass 1250-1600: Gaelic Mercenary Warrior - Fergus Cannan - Paperback
Galloglass, from the Gaelic gallóglaigh for 'foreign warriors', were mercenaries from the Western Isles of Scotland who fought in the retinues of Irish magnates. This work looks at the clan and family structures of the galloglass, their performance in battle, their weapons and armor and how these were made and by whom.
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Home From War: How Love Conquered The Horrors Of A Soldier's Afghan Nightmare - Martyn Compton - Paperback
'Home from War' gives a rare insight into the story behind the headlines when a soldier dies or is injured. It is also the account of Martyn Compton's battle for adequate compensation. This exploration of how one courageous man came to terms with losing his handsome young face cannot fail to inspire.
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Voices Of The Foreign Legion: The French Foreign Legion In Its Own Words - Adrian Gilbert - Paperback
The French Foreign Legion has established a reputation as the most formidable of military institutions. This title looks at how the Legion selects its recruits, where they come from and why they seek a life of hardship and danger.
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The Last Colonial Regiment: The History Of The Kenya Regiment - Ian Parker - Hardback
The Kenya regiment was the last of a long line of British colonial militias. This book describes its evolution and short life, starting in 1937 and ending in 1963. In addition, it also provides an insight into the origins of the Mau Mau and the steps taken to defeat the movement.
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Highlander: The History Of The Legendary Highland Soldier - Timothy Newark - Hardback
In every major conflict over the last 400 years, in all corners of the globe, the Scottish Highland regiments have been the first in & the last out. From the Plains of Abraham to the mountains of Dargai, from the fields of Waterloo to the deserts of the Sudan, & the dust of Afghanistan, the Highlander has made his mark.